Below is an overview of the major updates from January 2026 in the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region....more
2/6/2026
/ Belgium ,
Business Immigration ,
EMEA ,
EU ,
Family-Based Visas ,
Foreign Workers ,
Highly-Skilled Workers Visa ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Immigration Reform ,
International Labor Laws ,
Ireland ,
Italy ,
Quotas ,
South Africa ,
Spain ,
Switzerland ,
UK ,
Work Permits
Reviewing the major updates from 2025, we continue to see EMEA implementing tighter controls around immigration – specifically the entry and tracking of business visitors and tourists – while many countries are focusing on...more
1/12/2026
/ Business Immigration ,
Business Visitor ,
Canada ,
EMEA ,
European Economic Area (EEA) ,
Family-Based Visas ,
Foreign Workers ,
Germany ,
Highly-Skilled Workers Visa ,
Immigrant Investment Visas ,
Immigration Procedures ,
Immigration Reform ,
Ireland ,
New Legislation ,
Portugal ,
Spain ,
UK ,
Visas
The Swiss Federal Council has confirmed that the current work permit quotas will remain unchanged for 2026, ensuring continuity for employers and access to essential skilled talent. The revised Ordinance on Admission,...more